Jose Altuve He arrived this season of 2021 determined to leave behind the nightmare that last season meant for him in MLB.
When there are less than 20 games left in 2021 Altuve, star with the Houston Astros, already has the second-most career homers in the majors with 27 hits.
The second baseman is one of the most outstanding Venezuelan players in the history of the Big leagues. He was the MVP of the American League in 2017, has won three batting titles, a Gold Glove and five Silver Bats, in addition to being a World Series champion.
#Astros reportedly agree to a big new contract with star second baseman Jose Altuve: https://t.co/InRqgtzWkM pic.twitter.com/P2iyhNemBy
– MLB Trade Rumors (@mlbtraderumors) March 17, 2018
Altuve’s salary in 2021 is $ 29 million, the highest amount in his 11-season MLB career. In this period, he has accumulated earnings in the order of $ 89,238,700 only in salaries.
The Celebrity Net Worth portal estimates that the Venezuelan infielder’s net worth is $ 20 million.
That is widely surpassed by his compatriot Johan Santana. The southpaw saw what appeared to be a Hall of Fame career cut short by injuries.
#A day like today In 2008, Johan Santana signed a 6-year contract with the Mets. #MLBVenezuela pic.twitter.com/W6nl96znm3
– MLB Venezuela (@MLBVenezuela) February 1, 2021
He eventually played 12 major league seasons with the Minnesota Twins and the New York Mets, with whom he pitched the franchise’s first no-hitter.
Santana, a two-time Cy Young winner and triple-crowned pitching winner, earned $ 108,852,562 in salary over his MLB career, not counting bonuses and endorsement deals.
According to various portals, his assets are between 65 and 70 million dollars.